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This chapter presents an ethnographic case study of Tiger Bots/Tigre Robóticos, a university-based Out-of-School-Time FIRST LEGO League Challenge (FLLC) robotics program for Latinx students. Using longitudinal qualitative research over several years, the study analyzes how translanguaging, culturally responsive pedagogy, and multimodal learning support transformative STEM experiences for racially and linguistically marginalized youth. The findings show that the program’s inclusive design, which values diverse knowledge and supports students’ full linguistic repertoires, develops strong STEM identities, sustains engagement, and inspires long-term educational goals. The research demonstrates that well-designed OST robotics programs not only empower individuals but also contribute to broader systemic change in STEM education equity.

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Case Study of a FIRST LEGO League Challenge OST Program

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    2026年

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  • Rachel G. Salas

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This chapter presents an ethnographic case study of Tiger Bots/Tigre Robóticos, a university-based Out-of-School-Time FIRST LEGO League Challenge (FLLC) robotics program for Latinx students. Using longitudinal qualitative research over several years, the study analyzes how translanguaging, culturally responsive pedagogy, and multimodal learning support transformative STEM experiences for racially and linguistically marginalized youth. The findings show that the program’s inclusive design, which values diverse knowledge and supports students’ full linguistic repertoires, develops strong STEM identities, sustains engagement, and inspires long-term educational goals. The research demonstrates that well-designed OST robotics programs not only empower individuals but also contribute to broader systemic change in STEM education equity.